Scioto County Amateur Radio Emergency Services

06/14/2026

A Severe Thunderstorm Watch has been issued for much of the area. Showers and storms will move through ahead of a cold front this afternoon. Damaging winds are the main threat.

06/13/2026

Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Wilmington OH
300 PM EDT Sat Jun 13 2026

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This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for northeast Kentucky, northern Kentucky, central Ohio, south central Ohio, southwest Ohio and west central Ohio.

Thunderstorms are expected to develop on Sunday ahead of a cold front. A few of the storms may become strong to severe during the day. Damaging winds and hail will be the primary threats.

A strong low may bring gusty winds along with the chance for showers and thunderstorms Wednesday and Thursday.

06/13/2026

After a lull in activity on Saturday, an active pattern will set up again in the Ohio Valley. 3-5 inches of rain are expected over the next 7 days, with some locally higher amounts possible. Action and Minor Flood Stage rises are ongoing across southeastern Illinois and portions of Indiana. More river rises to Action-Minor Flood Stage are possible with upcoming rain over the next 10 days.

06/11/2026

06/11/2026

NWS Forecast for: Southern City OH
Issued by: National Weather Service Wilmington, OH
Last Update: 6:12 am EDT Jun 11, 2026

Today: A chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 11am. Increasing clouds, with a high near 90. Heat index values as high as 100. Southwest wind 5 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. New rainfall amounts of less than a tenth of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.

Tonight: Mostly cloudy, then gradually becoming clear, with a low around 73. Southwest wind around 6 mph.

Friday: A chance of showers and thunderstorms before 1pm. Mostly cloudy, then gradual clearing during the afternoon, with a high near 85. West wind 8 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 50%. New rainfall amounts of less than a tenth of an inch, except higher amounts possible in thunderstorms.

Friday Night: Clear, with a low around 60. Light northwest wind.

Saturday: Sunny, with a high near 87. Calm wind becoming southwest around 5 mph in the afternoon.

Saturday Night: A slight chance of showers after 2am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 64. Chance of precipitation is 20%.

Sunday: A chance of thunderstorms, then showers and possibly a thunderstorm after 8am. High near 83. Chance of precipitation is 90%.

Sunday Night: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 57.

Monday: Partly sunny, with a high near 78.

06/11/2026

According to the NWS in Wilmington, OH…temperatures will be rising into the upper 80s to around 90, and will result in the heat index approaching 100 degrees this afternoon. Be sure to take precautions, especially if you will be spending time outdoors.

A cold front will approach the area late tonight and cross the region early Friday. While storms should be weakening as they approach the area tonight, there is some possibility that a few could still have strong to damaging winds.

06/11/2026

A cold front will approach the area late tonight and cross the region early Friday. While storms should be weakening as they approach the area tonight, there is some possibility that a few could still have strong to damaging winds.

06/10/2026

Extreme heat is one of the deadliest weather hazards in the United States. Preparing ahead of time can help protect you when temperatures soar.

Stay Hydrated
• Drink plenty of water throughout the day, even if you do not feel thirsty.
• Avoid alcohol, caffeine, and sugary drinks, which can contribute to dehydration.
• Increase water intake when working or exercising outdoors.

Keep Your Home Cool
• Use air conditioning whenever possible.
• Close blinds, curtains, and shades during the hottest part of the day.
• Use fans but remember that fans alone may not prevent heat-related illness.
• Identify cooling centers or public buildings where you can cool off if needed.

Dress for the Heat
• Wear lightweight, loose-fitting, and light-colored clothing.
• Use sunscreen and wear a wide-brimmed hat when outdoors.
• Limit activities during the hottest hours of the day, typically 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Check on Others
• Check on the elderly, neighbors, family and those with medical conditions.
• Ensure individuals without air conditioning have access to a cool environment.
• Never leave children, older adults, or pets in a parked vehicle.
• Know the signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.

Stay Informed
• Monitor local weather forecasts for heat advisories.
• Sign up for local emergency alerts.
• Have a plan for power outages that could affect cooling systems.
• Identify where you can cool down, such as, libraries and community centers.

06/10/2026

According to the NWS in Wilmington, OH…the humid air mass will remain in place. This combined with temperatures rising into the upper 80s to around 90 both today and tomorrow will result in the heat index approaching 100. Being the first hot days of the year, it may take some time to get acclimated. So, the effects of the heat may be greater than later in the summer. Be sure to take precautions, especially if you will be spending time outdoors.

06/10/2026

Some storms may develop this afternoon into this evening. Damaging wind will be the primary threat. The marginal risk has been expanded to include the entire area for today.